Welcome to the Moon*

Welcome to the Moon is an innovative flip-and-write game that evolves the gameplay of its predecessors, Welcome To... and Welcome To New Las Vegas. It takes players on a space colonization adventure, combining familiar mechanisms with new twists and a campaign mode that spans eight unique adventure sheets.

Gameplay Overview

  • Flip-and-Write Mechanics: Utilizes the flip-and-write system from Welcome To..., where players flip cards and write numbers on their sheets.
  • Starship Numbers and Actions: Each turn, players flip cards from three stacks to create combinations of starship numbers and corresponding actions.
  • Race to Complete Missions: Players use the numbers to fill spaces in numerical order on their adventure sheets, racing to complete common missions.

Campaign Mode

  • Eight Adventure Sheets: The game includes eight distinct adventure sheets, each introducing different mechanics and challenges.
  • Dynamic Campaign: Playing in campaign mode involves making choices that affect subsequent adventures, ensuring that each campaign is unique.

Expansion of Welcome To... Concept

  • Diverse Mechanisms: Welcome to the Moon expands on the classic Welcome To... concept, offering a fresh and more complex experience.
  • Space Colonization Theme: The game's theme of space colonization adds a new narrative layer, making it more engaging for players.

Conclusion

Welcome to the Moon is an excellent choice for fans of the Welcome To... series and those who enjoy flip-and-write games with a twist. The campaign mode adds depth and replayability, with each adventure sheet bringing its unique challenges and gameplay variations. Players who enjoy strategic planning, number placement, and the excitement of space exploration will find Welcome to the Moon an enriching and enjoyable experience.

  • 1 - 6 Players
  • 25 - 30 Minutes
  • 10+ years old
  • Easy to learn

We like Welcome to the Moon so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2024

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